Question

In this second section, you’ll consider how to set long-term goals and plan your finances for achieving them.

You’ve been thinking about getting an associate’s degree in nursing. However, there’s still a lot that you need to figure out. You’re working in the hospital gift shop, but you feel like doing more to plan for the future. You talk to trusted family and friends about your goals.

Your friend, Max, recently finished an apprenticeship as an electrician. He has a union job with a good salary. You’re proud of him and respect his opinion, so you ask his advice about studying nursing.

He tells you, “Why should you pay for community college when you can get an apprenticeship in a trade like me and start earning money right away? Please don’t waste your money.”

What’s the best way to understand Max’s advice?
Question 7 options:

Paying for school must be a bad financial decision.


Max's opinion is valid, but it's biased by his own experiences.


Max is wrong, and you should stop sharing information with him.


Max has more experience than you, so it's best to follow his advice.

Answer 1

Max's opinion is valid, but it's biased by his own experiences.

His advice is useful to consider, but you should weigh it against your own goals, values, and the costs and benefits of nursing versus an apprenticeship.